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What We Already Know About What’s Coming With the New iPhone and Apple Watch

The iPhone 7 and the Apple Watch 2 are expected to be unveiled tomorrow at one of Apple’s signature live events, and while rumors about the hardware have yet to be confirmed (No headphone jack on the new phone? A new VR headset? New Macs on their way?), we already know quite a bit about how these new mobile models will work.

Interactive messages: The new Messages app will show images and videos if you post a URL, predict emoji and fun things like messages hidden with invisible ink you need to rub with your finger to reveal.

Siri opens up: App makers can now use Siri to control third-party software. Apple’s virtual assistant might soon be sending messages via Whatsapp, or helping you make tough swipe calls on Tinder.

New keyboard tricks: Siri’s also getting smarter, and will now be able to anticipate what you might be typing to help out with making dinner reservations or searching for a phone number buried in your address book.

Lock screen is now a hub: From the lock screen, you’ll be able to instantly jump to your camera, widgets, the new home app or jump to a notification.

Better maps: Apple’s updated Maps might be giving Google a run for its money. Now with alternate routes, Uber functionality, traffic info and points of interest, it will go a long way to helping Apple catch up in the navigation game.